Fresh Basil Pesto

Name: Fresh Basil Pesto
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 cups packed fresh basil; 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 0.25 cup toasted pine nuts; 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 dash fresh lemon juice; 0.5 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese; kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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A great recipe for fresh basil pesto with just the right amounts of everything. Even my husband loves it!

Recipe by Klantz

Updated on March 31, 2023

5

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

1 cup

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Ingredients

2 cups packed fresh basil
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 dash fresh lemon juice
½ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Combine basil, oil, pine nuts, garlic, and lemon juice in a food processor or blender; purée until smooth. Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

244	Calories
24g	Fat
2g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 244
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g	31%
Saturated Fat 5g	24%
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 187mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 4mg	18%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 91mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.